## Production LeadApplylocations: Kelso, United Kingdomtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 5 Days Agojob requisition id: R038450**Be You - Our people create our best Plexus.**Ingrained in our culture of inclusion is the philosophy that each individual offers diverse perspectives, backgrounds and experiences that create great outcomes when we are united as a team.We embrace the differences of all our colleagues, celebrate diversity and welcome applications from underrepresented groups and candidates, regardless of their background. We are proud to be registered as the Disability Confident committed employer, and we recruit purely on the basis of skills and experience.**Who we are and what we do?**We help our customers deliver products to the world which have a profound impact on people’s lives. From ultrasound units and 3D printing to network security applications and in-flight Wi-Fi, we help create products that build a better world. We’re a global team of experts who partner with our customers to bring their products to life through inspired innovation and world-class customer service.Whether you’re looking to start, change, or advance your career find your path at Plexus and leave your mark on the world with us.****Purpose Statement:****Responsible for supervising and managing activities directly related to the daily business needs. The activities of concentration will include, but are not limited to the following areas-direction and leadership, daily production work load, quality, cross training, skill development and time off approvals/hours worked. This position is under limited supervision and is required to exercise moderate discretion and independent judgment by developing, analyzing and delivering simple to complex information. Provides immediate supervision to a unit or group of two or more employees, assigning tasks, checking work at frequent intervals, and maintaining schedules. Completes performance appraisal recommendations, and recommends job classifications.****Key Job Accountabilities:***** Assign work assignments based on daily department needs, ensure quality products are produced and achieve department metrics.* Conduct people leader activities which may include approving time off, conducting performance appraisals, coaching and disciplinary action and maintaining company policies and procedures.* Communicate both written and orally the daily schedules, goals, quality issues/concerns to employees, other shifts, and support staff including supervisors and managers to ensure customer expectations are met.* Ensure individuals are trained to the appropriate assembly build instructions and ensures personnel are compliant with all applicable training requirements. Intelligently flex those you oversee to meet customer schedules based on training and skill sets.* Support and lead improvement initiatives and participates actively to improve work environment which includes improving safety, cleanliness, product quality and efficiency. This includes generating new and innovated solutions to complex problems.****Education/Experience Qualifications:***** A minimum of a High School diploma is required; an Associate’s degree is preferred.* Two (2) years of related experience is required; Two (2) or more years of related experience is preferred.****Other Qualifications:***** Basic decision making and problem solving skills.* Basic supervision and team building skills.* Good communication skills.* Intermediate computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite or Google Workspace.* Basic data analysis and presentation skills.* General office equipment and materials.****Physical Requirements:***** Ability to sit and/or stand for the duration of shift. Ability to frequently reach at waist and occasionally above head. Ability to carry up to 4.5 Kg (15 Lbs) and lift up to 20.4 KG (45lbs). Ability to use fine motor skills and occasional use of hand tools. Ability to frequently push, pull, bend, kneel, and/or stoop. Ability to meet visual acuity requirements that are defined by defined industry certifications and customer specifications****Travel Requirements:***** N/A**This document does not represent a contract of employment and is not intended to capture every possible assignment the incumbent could be asked to perform.****Why you will love it?**At Plexus, we’re at our best when opportunities are met with passion, open communication, and teamwork. Our employees work alongside a global team of experts who engage in projects that span a variety of industries – helping our customers in creating the products that build a better world.At Plexus, you will find:* A workplace centered on collaboration and integrity* Supportive leadership teams that value work-life balance through a flexible work environment* An inclusive environment that values diverse backgrounds, experiences, and expertise* Flexible career paths across a variety of disciplines* Innovative design solutions and state-of-the-art technology that improves lives* Through our commitment to local community involvement we encourage our employees to participate in outreach activities with charities, local Schools, Universities, and Colleges and to promote careers in the STEM fieldsAdditionally, when you join, we want you to enjoy what you do and be rewarded for your contribution, so we have a range of attractive benefits on offer:* Bespoke development plan* Online learning and formal development programs* Full-time, permanent employment contract* Enhanced pension contributions* 33 days of annual leave (inclusive of public holidays)* Paid family leave* Private medical insurance* Group income protection insurance* Employee Assistance Program (EAP)* Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme* Cycle to work scheme* Volunteer time off* Flexible Hybrid Working Available (role dependent)* Life assurance* Occupational health* Vision care discounts* Discount schemes* Company sick pay scheme* Onsite gym/ discounted gym
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